1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 1994 Honda NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |